Basketball News
Griffin scores 19 in season debut for Pistons
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 05:09
Blake Griffin's 19 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists were not enough as the Pistons fell to the Timberwolves 120-144.
Stephen Curry Aims to Return in 'Early Spring'
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 13:57
Stephen Curry “definitely” plans to return this season, targeting a date at “some point in the early spring.” Curry, 31, underwent surgery Nov. 1 to repair a broken left hand and says he needs to go under the kni...
Markelle Fultz Gets Another Shot
The New York Times - 12 Nov 2019 12:00
The former No. 1 draft pick who inexplicably lost his shooting touch is steadily returning to form for the Orlando Magic.
Kings PG Fox out 3-4 weeks after spraining ankle
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 03:43
Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox will miss at least 3-4 weeks after suffering an ankle sprain when a teammate stepped on him at practice Monday.
Bucks' Middleton (thigh) expected out 3-4 weeks
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 01:02
Bucks guard Khris Middleton is expected to miss three to four weeks with a left thigh contusion, the team announced.
Nets C.E.O. Abruptly Steps Down
The New York Times - 12 Nov 2019 22:05
David Levy, one of the first hires for the new Nets owner Joe Tsai, stepped down less than two months after joining the franchise as chief executive.
Rockets' Gordon to have surgery, out 6 weeks
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 21:47
Rockets guard Eric Gordon will have surgery to clean up debris in his knee and will be out six weeks, coach Mike D'Antoni said.
Sources: George to make Clips debut this week
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 20:16
Paul George, who has not played this season as he makes his way back from offseason shoulder surgeries, is leaning toward making his Clippers debut on Thursday against the Pelicans, sources told ESPN.
Jaylen "Juju" Murray & Putnam Science Go Crazy in Home Opener!
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 20:03
Juju Murray and Putnam Science Academy went crazy in their home opener. Not only did Juju break out the jelly, but his team also dominated winning by 65 points. Juju was the SLAM Summer Classic Vol. 2 MVP earlier this su...
T. Clarke & Kadary Went Off in Brewster's 22-Point Win!
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 19:48
Terrence Clarke and Kadary Richmond make up one of the best backcourts in the country. Their skill was on full display Saturday as Brewster beat KEBA Prep by 22 points. The post T. Clarke & Kadary Went Off in Brewster’...
Spurs Retire Tony Parker's Jersey
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 14:02
Tony Parker became the 10th player in Spurs franchise history to have his jersey retired Monday night, during an emotional ceremony. "It was an honor to play for you guys, to play together," Parker told former teammates ...
Post Up: Kemba Hits Eight 3's as Celtics Win Eighth Straight
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 08:08
Timberwolves 120 (6-4), Pistons 114 (4-7) Blake Griffin’s return to the court was spoiled as the Pistons fell at home. The All-Star forward put up 19 points in 23 minutes. Andrew Wiggins continued a string of strong pe...
Clippers guard Shamet exits with injured ankle
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 07:59
Clippers guard Landry Shamet suffered a left ankle injury in the second half against the Raptors and did not return.
Porzingis: 'Can't blame' Carlisle for late benching
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 06:56
Power forward Kristaps Porzingis said he didn't blame coach Rick Carlisle for benching him for crunch time of the Dallas Mavericks' 116-106 loss to the Boston Celtics on Monday.
De'Aaron Fox To Miss 3-4 Weeks With Ankle Sprain
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 03:32
The Sacramento Kings will be without De’Aaron Fox for three-to-four weeks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports. The third-year guard sprained his left ankle in a team practice. The loss of Fox will come as a crushin...
Lakers' Davis: Shoulder 'has gotten much better'
ESPN - 12 Nov 2019 03:02
Lakers superstar Anthony Davis acknowledged Monday he could miss game time for a lingering shoulder injury, though he said it is slowly improving.
Sharife Cooper Drops EASY 37 Points in McEachern Season Opener!
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 02:46
Sharife Cooper, a five-star PG in the Class of 2020, dropped an easy 37 points in McEachern’s season-opening 74-70 win against Berkmar HS. The post Sharife Cooper Drops EASY 37 Points in McEachern Season Opener! appear...
Derrick Rose To Return Monday
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 00:47
Update #1, 6:04 pm: According to Minnesota Timberwolves radio broadcaster Alan Horton, Derrick Rose has confirmed that he’ll play tonight. The Detroit Pistons have been without supersub Derrick Rose for the past four g...
Leg Injury To Sideline Khris Middleton For Several Weeks
SLAMonline - 12 Nov 2019 00:22
Update #1, 5:59 pm: Charania has added that Middleton’s absence is expected to be between three and four weeks. The Milwaukee Bucks will be without All-Star swingman Khris Middleton for several weeks, Shams Charania of...